Tradewind Recruitment - September 2026 Year 2 Teacher (QTS Required) Key Stage 1 · Brent, Inner London · Full-time or Part-time Salary (Inner London MPS) £40,317 - £52,300 Daily rate (approx.) £207 - £268/day Pay structure Weekly PAYE only Start date September 2026 Are you a QTS-qualified Key Stage 1 teacher with a passion for raising outcomes at the end of KS1? Join a supportive Year 2 team in Brent where excellent teaching, clear assessment and strong pupil progress go hand in hand. About the role Tradewind Recruitment is working with well-regarded primary schools across Brent to find an experienced Year 2 Teacher for September 2026. Positions are available on a full-time or part-time basis. Year 2 is one of the most significant years in a child's primary education - pupils consolidate their KS1 learning and are assessed through statutory teacher assessments at the end of the year. Schools are looking for a confident, well-organised teacher who can maintain high expectations across reading, writing and mathematics while keeping learning engaging and accessible for all pupils. You will use assessment data to monitor pupil progress, adapt your planning and ensure all learners are moving forward. Working closely with teaching assistants and SENCO colleagues, you will provide targeted support for pupils with SEND and EAL, within well-structured classrooms and clear behaviour frameworks. Planning is often shared across the year group, keeping workload manageable and standards consistent. What we are looking for Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - essential KS1 teaching experience, ideally in Year 2 or Year 1 Confident knowledge of KS1 statutory teacher assessments and moderation processes Strong phonics and early reading expertise, including systematic synthetic phonics Skilled in using assessment data to inform planning, grouping and intervention Experience differentiating for SEND, EAL and mixed-ability learners Positive, consistent approach to behaviour management and classroom routines Clear understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities Why teachers choose Tradewind Transparent PAYE pay - weekly, with no umbrella companies or hidden deductions Free access to 2,500+ CPD courses through The National College from day one Real local knowledge of Brent schools and their leadership teams Dedicated consultant support from your first conversation through to the end of your placement Ready to find the right school for you? Get in touch with Tradewind Recruitment today. We will take the time to understand your experience and match you with a Brent school where you will thrive. Contact Tradewind Recruitment Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and right-to-work verification